reloj (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

reˈlox

Meanings and Usage

• Meanings: "Reloj" means "watch" or "clock" in Spanish. It refers to a device used to tell time.
• Usage Patterns: "Reloj" is a commonly used word in Spanish, both in oral speech and written context. It is used in everyday conversations to indicate time or as a fashion accessory on the wrist.

Verb Forms

"N/A" - Since "reloj" is a noun, it does not have different verb forms.

Examples

1. Spanish: Me gusta tu nuevo reloj. English: I like your new watch.

2. Spanish: El reloj de la plaza está averiado. English: The clock in the square is broken.

Idiomatic Expressions

• Expressions: There are several idiomatic expressions in Spanish that include the word "reloj," mainly related to time or punctuality.

• Spanish: Me quedé sin tiempo, mi reloj se retrasó. English: I ran out of time, my watch was late.

• Spanish: No mires el reloj, deja que las cosas fluyan. English: Don't watch the clock, let things flow.

• Spanish: A estas horas, el reloj no importa, es tiempo de disfrutar. English: At this time, the clock doesn't matter, it's time to enjoy.

• Spanish: Trabajar contra reloj para terminar el proyecto. English: Working against the clock to finish the project.

• Spanish: Paciencia, el reloj no se detiene por nadie. English: Patience, the clock stops for no one.

Etymology

The word "reloj" comes from the Latin word "horologĭum," which means "timepiece" or "clock."

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms: "cronómetro" (stopwatch), "hora" (time), "temporizador" (timer)
• Antonyms: "despertador" (alarm clock), "calendario" (calendar)